The city of Hamadan, also known as Ekbatana,
is located in the west of Iran. In the last century it was a well-known
trade- and meeting place of oriental carpets. The inhabitants of the
villages from the wide environment took their knotted carpets to the city
and from there they were traded and sold, and from there exported across
the world.

The Hamadan carpets are less fine knotted
but very durable. These carpets have a high pile and feel thick and heavy.
Schering and weft are made of cotton and wool and the Ghiordes Turkish
knot is used. The sides of the Hamadan rugs are from wool or a blend of
wool and camel hair. Most Hamadan carpets have frills on one side and a
narrow twined edge on the other side. Older Hamadans are often beautiful
to look at, some Hamadan carpets look as if they were made of silk.

Many villages have their own patterns and
motifs. Red, blue, beige, and even brown and orange, are the most common
colours. Florale patterns are frequently used. Very recognizable motifs
are boteh, and Herati and ranken. Small size carpets and runners are the
most common ones.

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carpets please fill out our contact form. Van der Hulst Oriental Carpets
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importers of oriental and Persian carpets.